Program Overview
Prepare to teach English language learners in a variety of settings with a 100% online Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction – Concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) degree from ULM.
Gain an overview of how cultural groups and individual cultural identities affect language learning and school achievement while studying the principles of English linguistics including phonology, syntax, and pragmatics. Explore current technologies and learn the practical approaches, theories and techniques for teaching English as a second language to elementary, secondary and adult education students. In as few as 15 months, you can be prepared to work in a wide range of roles within academic or corporate settings globally.
This program meets the prescribed coursework requirements to earn the English as a Second Language add-on endorsement from the Louisiana Department of Education.*
Career opportunities include:
- Administrator
- Curriculum Supervisor
- ESL Instructor
- Business Intelligence
- Instructional Coordinator
The University of Louisiana Monroe School of Education teacher education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition for the Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction – Concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) online program is affordably priced and can be paid by the course. Financial aid may also be available for students who qualify.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Hour Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction – Concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) | $300 | $900 | $10,800 |
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.ed.gov, using the Federal School Code for ULM: 002020.
If you have questions regarding financial aid, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 318-342-5320.
Calendar
The School of Education offers five start dates each year for the convenience of our Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction – Concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) online students. Students should consider application date deadlines, turn in all required documents, register for classes and pay tuition for their desired program start date.
Now Enrolling:
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Late Registration Deadline* | Late Payment Deadline* | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | 06/01/2020 | 05/18/2020 | 05/25/2020 | 06/01/2020 | N/A | 06/01/2020 | 06/05/2020 | 07/31/2020 |
| Fall 1 | 08/17/2020 | 08/03/2020 | 08/10/2020 | 08/17/2020 | 08/17/2020 | 08/17/2020 | 08/21/2020 | 10/09/2020 |
| Fall 2 | 10/12/2020 | 09/28/2020 | 10/05/2020 | 10/12/2020 | 10/12/2020 | N/A | N/A | 12/11/2020 |
| Spring 1 | 01/11/2021 | 12/28/2020 | 01/04/2021 | 01/11/2021 | 01/11/2021 | 01/11/2021 | 01/15/2021 | 03/12/2021 |
| Spring 2 | 03/15/2021 | 03/01/2021 | 03/08/2021 | 03/15/2021 | 03/15/2021 | N/A | N/A | 05/14/2021 |
| Summer | 06/01/2021 | 05/18/2021 | 05/25/2021 | 06/01/2021 | 06/01/2021 | 06/01/2021 | 06/04/2021 | 07/01/2021 |
*For those registering in Spring 1, Summer and Fall 1 who do not pay by the registration deadline will be dropped and required to register and pay $100 late fee. Please note late registration and late payment are not available for those starting in Spring 2 and Fall 2.
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Admissions
The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Find out the requirements for the Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction – Concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) online, what additional materials you should send and where you need to send them. The requirements include:
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Online Program Admission Requirements
- Must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- Submission of official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities
- Applicants should have earned grades of C or better on all previous graduate course work
Regular Admissions
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75 and above (based on a 4.0 scale), from a regionally accredited university
- 3.0 on last 60 hours of undergraduate course work from a regionally accredited university
OR
Conditional Admission
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5 and above (based on a 4.0 scale), from regionally accredited university
- 2.75 on last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework from a regionally accredited university
- Minimum formula score of 622.6 (2.2 GPA X 283 GRE)
- Scores 5 years or newer accepted only from ETS. Scores over 5 years are only accepted if they are on-file in the ULM Banner system.
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Program Requirements
Applicants to all M.Ed. C&I concentrations, except English as a Second Language (ESL), must hold a valid teacher's certificate in a field complimentary to the graduate concentration issued by Louisiana State Department of Education or its equivalent. A total of 35 semester hours must be earned for the degree regardless of concentration chosen. Successful candidates also earn their endorsement for Teacher Leader.
Transcripts and official documents can be electronically submitted to gradschooldocs@ulm.edu.
If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Graduate AdmissionsUniversity of Louisiana Monroe
Sandel Hall 243
700 University Avenue
Monroe, LA 71209-0600
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Courses
To earn the Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction - Concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) online, students must complete the courses listed below for 36 credit hours.
EDLE 5000: Teacher Leader I: Educational Research
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Emphasizes application of research methods in PK-12 setting, the collection and assessment of diagnostic data for student achievement, and the study of existing research and instructional strategies.
ESLG 5050: Curriculum Design for Multicultural Environments
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Designed as an overview of major theories and research related to the nature and role of culture. Also studies how cultural groups and individual cultural identities affect language learning and school achievement.
CURR 5018: Technology Integration and Portfolio Development
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Explores technologies that are presently being used as educational tools and prepares students for technology use beyond the computer-based information systems. Prerequisites: 4083 or CSCI 5003 or permission from department head.
CURR 5073: Assessment and Accountability
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Designed for evaluating learning systems with emphasis on constructing measures to evaluate progress and outcomes in social, affective and cognitive areas.
ESLG 5025: ESL History and Professionalism
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on ESL history, research, policy and current practice in teaching fields that can be utilized to improve teaching and learning for all ESL students.
ESLG 5001: Second Language Acquisition
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on theories and practical approaches and techniques for teaching English as a second language to elementary, secondary and adult education students.
ESLG 5002: Social and Cultural Aspects of Language Acquisition
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Key social and cultural aspects related to first and second language acquisition. Students explore the interrelated nature of language and culture and the development of sociolinguistic competence in first and second language acquisition.
ESLG 5015: Grammar for Teachers
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Analysis of the structures of written English. Includes study of traditional grammar, with some attention to transformational and structural grammar.
SPLP 4044: Structure of the English Language
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Concentrates on the principles of English linguistics including phonology, syntax and pragmatics with a focus on meaning and structure. Prerequisite: approval of department head.
CURR 5023: Research-Based Instruction
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Designed to prepare candidates to incorporate methods, content, materials and research in their instructional areas of expertise with emphasis upon integration of research-based methodology in the classroom. Prerequisites: valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or written permission from certification coordinator.
SPED 5045: Educational Techniques for Exceptional Children in General Classrooms
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Analyses the instructional needs of exceptional children and the application of instructional strategies and curricular modifications within regular classrooms. A. Elementary; B. Secondary. Prerequisites: valid Louisiana teaching certificate or equivalent or written permission from certification coordinator.
EDLE 5005: Teacher Leader II: Improving School Performance
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Performance-based course to develop teacher leaders to enhance student achievement. Issues and performances emphasize the practice of leadership in the school culture, instructional settings, curriculum, team activities, decision making, communication and learning communities.
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Internship program designed to give supervised experience in elementary school. Prerequisites: must be admitted to Teacher Education and have approval of director of field experiences. Must meet all other eligibility requirements for Louisiana Teaching Certificate in field of study to earn credit and grade. May be repeated for a total of 12 hours credit.
*Please note that the Louisiana Department of Education may have additional requirements for earning an add-on endorsement. You may review requirements for the English as a Second Language add-on endorsement at www.teachlouisiana.net.
